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Between lands and seas

The starting point for many adventures, Calais XXL is full of treasures! Travel in complete peace, off-the-beaten-track routes or 100% local experiences, our advisors have found all the answers for you!

Take a breath of fresh air

Let yourself be carried away by the gentle breeze and discover the sumptuous landscapes of Calais and its surrounding towns! These inspirations will take you to discover our natural heritage and are all recommended to enter into communion with the elements.

Take a deep breath
View of the lunar cordon of the two seas zone with in the distance, the belfry of the town hall of Calais ©Nohcab

Routes & detours

Coming to visit a territory also means getting to know all its specificities! We have compiled all the ideas for strolls and side roads that will make you (re)discover Calais and its urban area. Gardens, street-art trails or even family hikes are part of our book of secrets not to keep to yourself!

See all the walking ideas!
Garden of the Beautiful Country in Marck ©Nohcab
Photo of the ornate facades typical of the district marked by the development of Calais Lace. ©Nohcab

XXL size emotions

Patricia Cunha's colorful windmills hanging above the boulevards. ©Just'in The Box
A family enjoys ice cream while enjoying the exceptional setting of Calais LA Plage. ©Nohcab

Fully embrace the present moment, slow down time infinitely ; or on the contrary, rush at full speed! The 14 communes of Calais XXL are full of activities and leisure activities of all kinds that will allow you to feel the breath of a dragon's wings, or to slide on the curves of one of the largest skateparks in Europe.

XXL Emotions

Meeting the Calais region

If you are looking to connect with our region, then you are in the right place. Our teams and residents will tell you straight about the richness of our coast. Discover our best ambassadors and explore the identity of what forges the promise of Calais XXL: living life on a grand scale!

Delve into the history of the territory
The Virginie Tunneller visible in Coquelles in homage to the builders of this construction site of the century. ©Nohcab
In the foreground, the street lamps which definitively mark the art-deco style of the Town Hall in the background and its monumental belfry. ©Nohcab
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